Lead Compounder

Oxygen Development; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxygen Development is seeking a Lead Compounder to supervise production line workers in a fast-paced cosmetics/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment in Florida. The role focuses on meeting production targets while maintaining safety and quality standards, coaching teams, and implementing process improvements.

Responsibilities include assigning tasks, monitoring progress, ensuring adherence to schedules, conducting quality checks, and coordinating with QA for product quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Industrial Engineering, HR Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years hands-on manufacturing experience in a leadership or operator role ( cosmetics/pharma preferred).
• Lean manufacturing principles applied in operations to drive improvements.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor production line workers to meet targets and quality standards.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide feedback to ensure schedules are met.
• Document deviations to processes and coordinate corrective actions.
• Implement quality control measures and conduct regular inspections.
• Promote safety and ensure compliance with regulations across all shifts.
• Coordinate line clearance and BOM verification to ensure accurate work orders.
• Record downtime, attendance, and production metrics in relevant systems.
• Collaborate with QA to ensure product quality in sub-processes.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Production Planning

Inventory Management

Analytical Thinking

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

JOB SUMMARYThe Lead Compounder primary focus will be on leading and motivating a team of production workers to achieve production targets while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. You will coordinate production activities, monitor performance, and implement process improvements to optimize productivity and meet customer demands.DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIESLead, coach, and mentor a team of production line workers, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure optimal performance and teamwork.Assign tasks, monitor work progress, and provide feedback to team members to ensure adherence to production schedules and quality standards.Document and track routing deviations, provide feedback to team members on corrective actions.Ensure smooth workflow and efficient utilization of resources to meet production targets and customer delivery schedules.Implement quality control measures and inspection procedures to ensure products meet or exceed quality standards and specifications.Conduct regular quality checks, audits, and inspections to identify and address any deviations or non-conformities in production processes.Promote a culture of safety awareness and compliance with safety regulations and procedures in all production activities.Conduct safety training, inspections, and incident investigations to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment for all employees.Ensure manufacturing equipment is functioning properly, and procedures written are allocated to correct equipment.Document any changes or deviations per process via investigation and collectively organizing a Gazebo (fishbone).Validate the staged work order for accuracy of the BOM items – compare the staged items with the TBOM and the FG standard.Validate the physical quantity of the product to finish the work order.Perform line clearance operation successfully following the line clearance procedure.Fill out the Work Order printout immediately upon completion of the production run.Monitor and record time and attendance.Work with the Quality Assurance team to guarantee compliance with quality requirements.Lead the quality audit of products at the sub-process level.Assign Direct Labor (DL) resources to specific workstations and train the DLs on their tasks.Ensure that all DL resources adhere to the performance objectives and understand and carry out their responsibilities.Evaluate and perform inventory transactions, creating and consuming raw materials when dictated by process.Upload manufacturing documents to systematically track progress.Report downtime and reason in RedZone SoftwareCreate bulk output systematically for filling and assembly consumption.Create requisitions to acquire weekly equipment, PPE, and components needed for maximizing efficiency. Keep up to date inventory and request more items when needed.EDUCATIONBachelor’s degree or significant (preferably in Industrial Engineering, Human Resources Management, or Business Administration) or Equivalent Experience.WORK EXPERIENCE1 to 2 years of experience in operations management, preferably in a cosmetics or pharmaceuticals manufacturing environmentMinimum of 3 years hands on manufacturing experience at an operator level.Minimum 3 years of extensive experience in applying Lean Manufacturing Principles in an operational setting.Proven experience in production management or manufacturing leadership roles, with a track record of achieving production targets and implementing process improvements.Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve excellence.In-depth knowledge of production processes, lean manufacturing principles, and quality management systems.Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.Proficiency in production planning and scheduling, inventory management, and budgeting.Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in manufacturing environments.Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to analyze data, present findings, and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.Proficiency in using production management software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.Commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.